Classic Istanbul Mini Adventure
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Classic Istanbul Mini Adventure
Use code BONUS10 to get an extra 10% off all tours — for a limited time only. T&Cs apply
4 days
Mini Adventures
Budget
Average
English
Experience Overview
Take a big bite out of Istanbul with this short-yet-full Mini Adventure. Grab street food for dinner after touring the Old City, and marvel at the Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, and Mosaic Museum.
Includes
Activities
- Your Foodie Moment: Street Food Experience, Istanbul Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Old Town Orientation Walk
- Street Food Dinner Experience
- Hagia Sophia Visit
- Old City Underground Tour
- Hippodrome Visit
- Culinary Walking Tour Of "Cool" Istanbul
- Kadiköy Visit
Accommodation
- Hotels (3 nts).
- 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transport
- Walking, ferry.
Group Leader
- 1 CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Highlights
- Walk through time on a day tour of the Old City
- Experience traditional Turkish foods and flavours on a culinary tour
- Enjoy an authentic streetfood dinner
Trip Details
4 days
Walking, ferry.
English
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey
Budget
Classic, Budget
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Istanbul
Meals included: Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Roam through the lively streets of Istanbul's Old Town and bring your appetite - there are dozens of street food stalls to choose from! Opt to try the cheese-stuffed börek, minced meat topped lahmacun, bagel-like simit or classic döner.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul
Day 2: Istanbul
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Walk in the place where the Hippodrome used to be - the Byzantine athletic area used for events such as chariot racing. Spot remains dating from Byzantine times, such as the Obelisk which was brought from Egypt, and the Serpent Coloumn. Later, visit the gorgeous Little Hagia Sofia, built in 536 and with architecture unique among the Old Town buildings.Activity - Visit the Hagia Sophia, one of the most important and breathtaking icons of ancient Byzantine architecture. The domes and buttresses of the mosque punctuate the skyline of Turkey's capital and stand tall as a symbol of national pride.Activity - Explore sections of the Basilica Cistern, an ancient subterranean water system, built in the 6th century during Byzantine Emperor Justinian I's reign. Next, check out the Great Palace Mosaic Museum, where you can see mosaics from the Byzantine period, unearthed at the site of the Great Palace of Constantinople.Accommodation - Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul
Day 3: Istanbul
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Starting in Taksim Square and making our way down to the Golden Horn, explore the side streets of Beyoglu to sample the city's best profiteroles, and learn what makes Turkish coffee special.Activity - Stop by the hip district of Kadiköy, located across the bay on Istanbul's Asian shore, known for its winding alleys of delicatessens, fish and grocery markets.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Activity - End the day back in trendy Karaköy, and enjoy Istanbul’s (and maybe even Turkey’s) best baklava.Accommodation - Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul
Day 4: Istanbul
Meals included: Breakfast
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 4 days
Trip Type: Mini Adventures
Activity Level: Average
Take a big bite out of Istanbul with this short-yet-full Mini Adventure. Grab street food for dinner after touring the Old City, and marvel at the Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, and Mosaic Museum.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 26 Mar 2026
Customer Reviews
07/11/2024
Istanbul is one of the world's great cities. We had looked forward to visiting it and were not disappointed. The ancient Roman Cistern was the highpoint for me.
06/30/2024
A great way to see the highlights of Istanbul in a short amount of time.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
07/11/2024
Istanbul is one of the world's great cities. We had looked forward to visiting it and were not disappointed. The ancient Roman Cistern was the highpoint for me.
06/30/2024
A great way to see the highlights of Istanbul in a short amount of time.
06/24/2024
A good tour. Ozzy is a sweetheart.
06/12/2024
Fantastic experience! Would love to be able to see more of Turkey
06/10/2024
Excellent introduction to Instanbul. We could have hd more guidance on what the trip left out, so we could organize our limited free time better, get tickets, orientation etc. but location was ideal and guide’s food suggestions were much appreciated.
06/10/2024
The tour gave you a very good experience of Istanbul. We walked a lot but also saw a lot. It was a good sum of food and sites.
06/10/2024
Outstanding tour
06/09/2024
Good mix of history, Turkish life, food and culture.
06/09/2024
Well worth seeing Istanbul and learning its history and culture. Thanks Ozzie!
06/02/2024
The trip was excellent. Visiting the different Mosk was great. The environment was unusual the tour guide was very good
05/30/2024
Our CEO Özlem was amazing. She had so much information on everything we visited. She was able to adjust our itinerary based on the arrival of large groups from cruise ships, so that we were able to do as much as possible.
05/29/2024
Wonderful experience. G Adventures was a revelation.
05/29/2024
This tour was a great way to immerse yourself in Istanbul.
05/29/2024
he trip was great on paper, the CEO out made it even better. She truly was the highlight of our tour. Very caring and helpful - a star!!
05/28/2024
We were so lucky to have Ozlem as our CEO. She’s so knowledgeable and passionate about her country and we learned so much about Turkish culture, history, and culinary experience. We had so much fun to explore Istanbul with her. Everything was very well o...
05/27/2024
The tour was very well organized with a lively, friendly and passionate local guide. The shared accommodation was well situated for visiting the sites of interest and exploring on your own on foot. I had a really great first experience with G-Adventures ...
06/27/2024
We got a wonderful impression of Istanbul. It is a glorious city. The highlight was our guide who showed us the diversity of the city. She was absolutely amazing.
05/20/2024
Nice intro to a great city!
05/20/2024
An enjoyable way to experience Istanbul. Tour guide was very personable, hotel was very disappointing.
05/19/2024
No need for a paragraph. It was a great tour.
05/14/2024
Well organised, informative and good value for money.
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